Explosive mixture with potassium cyanide when heated under confinement. The information in cameo chemicals comes from a variety of data sources. Mercuryii fulminate article about mercuryii fulminate. This books is released as a reference to practical sharee work of mujahideen. As i recall, forsyth was an avid hunter who wanted somet. Safety data sheet creation date 20aug2014 revision date 20aug2014 revision number 1 1. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Mercuryii cyanate, though its empirical formula is identical, has a different atomic arrangement. Material safety data sheets 360 mercury fulminate unstable sulpfiuric acid selfexplodes chemical stability incompatibility with other material reactivity 4.
Exposure to mercury or mercury compounds can cause discoloration on the front surface of. An organomercury compound that is the bis n oxide of mercury ii cyanide. Mercuric sulphate material safety data sheet cas no 7783. A fullface piece respirator with a mercury vapor or chlorine gas cartridge may be worn up to 50 times the exposure. Mar 04, 2017 this feature is not available right now.
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Contact with mercury or mercury compounds can cause ulceration of the conjunctiva and cornea. Mercury ii fulminate, or simply mercury fulminate is a primary explosive, sensitive to friction and shock, widely used in the past as trigger for other explosives in percussion and blasting caps, now largely replaced by other less toxic, more stable and less corrosive primers, such as lead styphnate or tetrazene derivatives. May 29, 2009 mercury fulminate is very dangerous to make and handle. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered as a warranty or quality specification. Material safety data sheet mercuric chloride solutions. Mercuric oxide red material safety data sheet cas no. Mercury fulminate is toxic and is practically insoluble in water. Pulling the trigger of the gun released a firing pin that struck the cap causing the mercury fulminate to explode. The powders in 19 th century and early 20 th century percussion caps used to fire guns typically contained mercury fulminate, antimony trisulfide, and potassium chlorate. Mercury fulminate is an unstable primary explosive compound. The best known is mercuryii fulminate, which has been used as a primary explosive in detonators. Due to the instability of the ion, fulminate salts are frictionsensitive explosives. Silver fulminate is much more sensitive than mercury fulminate.
More information on molar mass and molecular weight. May be absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts. Much of the mercury deposited on land, appears to revaporize within a day or two, at least in areas substantially heated by sunlight. Material safety data sheets 360 mercury fulminate unstable sulpfiuric acid selfexplodes chemical stability incompatibility with. Exposure to mercury or mercury compounds can cause discoloration on the front surface of the lens, which does not interfere with. In chemistry, the formula weight is a quantity computed by multiplying the atomic weight in atomic mass units of each element in a chemical formula by the number of atoms of that element present in the formula, then adding all of these products together. None information in this msds is from available published sources and is believed to be accurate. Now, more than 300 years after the discovery of this explosive compound, german. Mercury ii fulminate is incompatible with acetylene, ammonia, chlorine dioxide, azides, calcium amalgam formation, sodium carbide, lithium, rubidium, copper. National pollutant inventory mercury and compounds fact sheet 300 years after discovery, structure of mercury fulminate finally determined.
Material safety data sheet mercuryi nitrate dihydrate. Molecular weight of mercury fulminate convert units. The application of mercury fulminates to priming was made by alexander forsyth in 1814. However our baumanometer sphygmomanometers contain mercury. For a msds material safety data sheet for elemental mercury from our supplier, bethlehem apparatus, use this link. Information in this msds is from available published sources and is. Safety data sheet mercury metallic sds revision date. Mercury fulminate is very dangerous to make and handle. All forms of mercury hg metal, vapor, inorganic, or organic are converted to methyl mercury. Mercury has been used in manufacturing, as well as in dental and medical equipment, fertilizers, and pesticides. Mercury safety data sheet according to the federal final rule of hazard communication revised on 2012 hazcom 2012 112320 en english 29 brain. Solutions of mercuric nitrate form heat or shocksensitive acetylide with acetylene, which is explosive on contact with sulfuric acid. It can be phlegmatized by the addition of oils, fats, or paraffin, and also by pressmolding under very high pressure.
Since conditions and manner of use are outside the control of integra chemical. Manufacturers suppliers data information contained in this material data sheet is believed to be reliable but no representation. The information provided on this msds is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. Osha, cma, ansi and canadian whmis standards part i what is the material and what do i need to know in an emergency. Identification product name mercury filled thermometers and hydrometers synonyms colloidal mercury. Mercury fulminate was discovered in 1799 by the british chemist howard. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Mercuryii fulminate is a chemical compound of mercury. Attachment 2 material safety data sheet for m6 propellant. Material safety data sheet mercuric nitrate, monohydrate, acs. This page contains information on the chemical mercury fulminate including. Mercury fulminate from mercury ii nitrate mercury fulminate is typically sythesized by reacting a solution of mercury ii nitrate and about 65% nitric acid with a measured amount of warm ethanol.
This msds, and the associated product, is intended for use only by technically qualified persons, and at their own discretion and risk. The explosive properties of the substance were described by a fellow named edward howard in 1800. Chronic ingestion may cause accumulation of mercury in body tissues. But is it possible to make mercury fulminate by taking dry, crystalline mercury ii nitrate, dissolving it in water, and adding warm ethanol. Forms heatand shocksensitive explosive yellow precipitate with phosphine. Mercury fulminate is an example of an explosive that can be both primary and secondary. Mercury fulminate this is an sop template and is not complete until. Silver fulminate agcno or cagno cid 62585 structure, chemical names, physical and chemical properties, classification, patents, literature, biological. How did mercury fulminate become the primer for bullets. Mercuryii fulminate, or hgcno 2, is a primary explosive.
Mercuric oxide red material safety data sheet cas no 21908. Usa home product directory materials science metal and ceramic science metals mercury. Alfred nobel got its patent in 1867 for blasting caps, and was the single most used compound for that. Socmi hap volatile hap organic hap ozone depleting mercuric acetate the information presented above is offered for informational purposes only. Mercury is a heavy, silvery dblock metal and one of six elements that are liquid at or near room temperature and pressure. Code of federal regulations title 49 section 172 shipping regulations and proper shipping name. Sciencemadness discussion board mercury fulminate from. Search results for 1 mercury fulminate at sigmaaldrich. Exposure to mercury or mercury compounds can cause discoloration on the front surface of the lens, which does not interfere with vision.
It was introduced by the british gentleman wright in 1821 as an effective filler for percussion caps. Mercury fulminate, the supersensitive explosive with a nefarious 300year history, has been so difficult to handle in the lab that only now have scientists finally determined its crystal structure. It is a primary explosive and highly sensitive to friction and shock, thus mainly used as a trigger for other explosives in percussion caps and blasting caps. Metallic mercury recommended use laboratory chemicals. Mercuryii fulminate, or hgcno2, is a primary explosive. It is characterized as a heavy, silverywhite metallic liquid at room temperature that is odorless. Other companies are charging thousands of dollars to set up accounts and give you access to their msds online database. Our msds database is an easy to use, do it yourself tool, and best of all. Hence any operation based on this book should be based upon sharee approval and. Solutions of mercuric nitrate form heat or shocksensitive acetylide with cetylene, which is explosive on contact with sulfuric acid. Mercury msds page 1 of 10 material safety data sheet prepared to u.
The average halftime for clearance of mercury for different parts of the human body is as follows. Since its detonation development distance is very short, its initiation effect is superior to that of mercury fulminate, but the compound is too sensitive to be used commercially. Mercuric oxide red material safety data sheet cas no 2190853. Mercury in other organs is removed slowly from the body via the kidneys. Mercury is a naturally occurring trace metalloid element and known neurotoxin with atomic symbol hg, atomic number 80, and atomic weight 200. An organomercury compound that is the bis n oxide of mercuryii cyanide.
Inorganic forms are converted by microbial action in the atmosphere to methyl mercury. Safety data sheet northwest missouri state university. Ethylene diamine, ethyleneimine, fluorine, mercuric oxide, mercury ii oxide plus. Mercury ii cyanate, though its empirical formula is identical, has a different atomic arrangement. It is highly sensitive to friction, heat and shock and is mainly used as a trigger for other explosives in percussion caps and blasting caps. In chemistry, the formula weight is a quantity computed by multiplying the atomic weight in atomic mass units of each element in a chemical formula by the number of atoms of that element present in the formula, then adding all. This did not affect the performance materially and provided a substantial economy. Uses advised against no information available details of the supplier of the safety data sheet. Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by oshas eye and face protection regulations in 29 cfr 1910. The heat and flame of the explosion ignited the antimony trisulfide, a combustible compound. When dry, it is highly sensitive to shock, impact, and friction, and is easily detonated by sparks and flames. Other articles where mercury fulminate is discussed. Aug 24, 2007 300 years after discovery, structure of mercury fulminate finally determined known to the alchemists and long used as a detonator to set off dynamitemercury fulminate has a checkered past.
However, we make no warranty of merchantibility or any other warranty. Description of first aid measures general in all cases of doubt, or when symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Your new online msds binder is a place for you to store the material safety data sheets you need to deploy. Known to the alchemists and long used as a detonator to set off dynamitemercury fulminate has a checkered past.
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